School of Nursing, Associate Professor or Full Professor, (Biostatistics/Quantitative Research Methods) (Tenured/Tenure-Track, 0.50 FTE)

The Stony Brook University School of Nursing invites applications for a 0.50 FTE academic year tenure or tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor to support research and scholarship within the School of Nursing.  This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced quantitative scientist with expertise in biostatistics, data science, or quantitative research methods to collaborate with nursing faculty and advance nursing science within a nationally recognized academic health center.

We seek a collaborative researcher with strong expertise in statistical analysis, research design, and quantitative methodology who will work closely with faculty and doctoral student investigators through the School of Nursing Office of Research, providing methodological consultation, supporting grant development, and contributing to high-impact scholarly projects.

Faculty in the School of Nursing are part of a collaborative academic community committed to advancing health, preparing the next generation of nurse leaders, and improving healthcare through excellence in education, scholarship, and clinical practice.

Research Role and Impact

As a tenure or tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, the successful candidate will contribute to the research mission of the School of Nursing and support the development of externally funded research programs among faculty.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing statistical and methodological consultation to faculty and doctoral student investigators
• Collaborating on grant development, including study design, power analysis, and analytic plans
• Supporting faculty and doctoral students with data management, statistical modeling, and interpretation of findings
• Contributing to interdisciplinary research initiatives across Stony Brook University
• Serving as a co-investigator or methodological expert on funded research projects

The successful candidate will have opportunities to collaborate on externally funded research and contribute methodological expertise to interdisciplinary teams engaged in NIH or other federally and foundation supported research initiatives.

This position offers flexibility consistent with a 0.5 FTE appointment, allowing the faculty member to maintain active collaborations across departments, research centers, or external research programs.

Faculty Engagement

In addition to research responsibilities, the faculty member will contribute to the academic community through:

• Teaching one to three courses per year, depending on workload and program needs, primarily within graduate and doctoral programs, with flexibility to contribute to other courses as appropriate
• Mentoring doctoral students and early-career faculty in research design and quantitative methods
• Participation in School of Nursing and university service

Mentorship and Academic Community

The successful candidate will join a collegial academic community that values collaboration, innovation, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Faculty in the School of Nursing work together to advance research that improves patient outcomes, strengthens health systems, and improves health outcomes across diverse populations.

Why Stony Brook?

Stony Brook University is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and is a flagship public research institution located on Long Island, New York. The School of Nursing is closely affiliated with Stony Brook Medicine, creating opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within a leading academic health system.

The Office of Research within the School of Nursing supports faculty scholarship through research development, grant support, and collaborative initiatives that advance nursing science.

Joining Stony Brook means becoming part of a vibrant academic community committed to excellence, discovery, and improving the health of the communities we serve.

About Stony Brook University School of Nursing

Stony Brook University School of Nursing is a destination of choice recognized for excellence and innovation in education, leadership, research, advocacy, and practice within a supportive and inclusive environment.

• #1 Public University in New York State
• Top 35 Public College in the US
• Conveniently located 44 miles from New York City
• Affiliation with a world class academic medical center
• Ranked in the Top 10 for best online Masters Programs for the past 5 years.
• Stony Brook University is an R1 Research Institution
• Stony Brook University is one of the two Flagship Universities in New York State
• Top 10 University for diversity and internationalization
• Stony Brook University School of Nursing NCLEX rates consistently above 90%

Rank and salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in nursing or biostatistics, statistics, data science, epidemiology, or a related quantitative field
• Demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis and research design
• Evidence of scholarly productivity and external funding appropriate for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor
• Experience collaborating on interdisciplinary research teams
• Valid NYS RN License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NIH, or other federally or foundation funded research
• Expertise in advanced statistical modeling or large health datasets
• Experience mentoring faculty or doctoral students
• Experience working within health sciences or academic medical center environments

All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfolio.com or (877) 997-8807. 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Angelea.Laccesaglia@stonybrook.edu, Business Administrator.

Special Notes:

Tenure track position. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. To qualify for tenure and/or a senior faculty appointment, the candidate must meet the criteria established by the School of Nursing (School of Nursing's Criteria for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure).

Anticipated Start Date: August 2026